Pukka Licorice Mint tea + a new cat mug

Guess what I got?

My friend Erica told me about the sale Homegoods had on a bunch of cat mugs, so I had to check it out. I decided upon this mug, because it had a cat with glasses that looks exactly like my childhood feline friend, Mittens. It also has cute paw prints circling the inside, and a large paw print at the bottom that says “Clever Cat.” And while I was there, I also picked up some teas! They have awesome deals on bagged and loose leaf tea so I bought three different ones.

This was my first time having tea from Pukka. Through their Pukka Planet philosophy, the U.K.-based tea company works “to connect people, plants and planet.”

Is it weird that even though I don’t really like licorice candy, I love licorice tea? This Pukka peppermint & licorice herbal tea is really lovely, sweet (not in a sugary way) and soothing. It helps a lot when you’re sick, to coat your throat and make you feel relaxed. But the flavor itself is enjoyable as well.

Peppermint tea aids with digestion, while licorice is calming, so this is both a very beneficial and delicious blend. To prepare, simply steep for 5 minutes in boiling water. Licorice tea is best enjoyed warm, in my opinion. It’s most comforting that way.

Moral of the story: herbal teas are wonderful, cat mugs are great and sometimes you just have to treat yourself to a little something! It was the day after payday, and none of these things were that expensive, but it was nice to buy them because I knew I’d get use and enjoy them.

Let me know in the comments how you feel about licorice tea, and also, how you treat yourself!